Donald Vaskie
Taylor
Summary
Compassionate Juvenile Justice Specialist with background in providing services to youth within the juvenile justice system. Possess strong knowledge of juvenile law, experience in case management and trial preparation. Skilled at creating rehabilitative plans, conducting risk assessments and advocating for youth rights. Have contributed effectively to reducing recidivism rates through comprehensive intervention strategies.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Juvenile Justice Specialist
PA Department of Corrections
Pittston
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Conducted assessments to determine youth needs within the juvenile justice system.
- Developed intervention plans tailored to individual youth circumstances and behaviors.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and social services for comprehensive case management.
- Facilitated group counseling sessions to promote positive behavior and social skills.
- Counseled young offenders on how to make better decisions in the future.
- Enforced institutional rules and addressed violations or other infractions committed by juveniles under supervision.
- Provided guidance and support to youth in the juvenile justice system.
- Promoted positive behavior change through rewards systems and incentives.
- Participated in multi-disciplinary team meetings regarding juveniles' cases.
Social Worker
Lackawanna Children and Youth
Scranton
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Conducted assessments to evaluate client needs and develop service plans.
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions for children and families.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care for clients.
- Advocated for children's rights and provided resources to families in need.
- Documented case notes and maintained accurate client records in systems.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted intervention strategies as needed.
- Attended team meetings and provided feedback on case updates and treatment recommendations.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
- Participated in professional development activities such as seminars, workshops, trainings.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and interactions according to agency standards.
- Maintained thorough case history records and wrote detailed reports.
- Interviewed clients individually and in family groups to determine services to best address specific needs.
- Educated patients and caregivers on community resources and post-acute level of care criteria, benefits and coverage.
- Assessed safety risks for children living at home or in foster care settings.
- Visited clients at residence for home study assessments to assist courts with custody decisions.
- Directed protective placement, case management, parent education and family reunification activities.
- Participated in court proceedings related to cases involving children or vulnerable adults.
- Completed intake assessments with patients and drafted community re-entry plans following treatment.
- Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
Laboratory Technician
Yoh
Swiftwater
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepared laboratory samples following established protocols and safety guidelines.
- Operated various laboratory equipment to conduct tests and analyses accurately.
- Maintained inventory of supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels for operations.
- Assisted in cleaning and sterilizing laboratory instruments and workspaces daily.
- Documented test results and observations in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accuracy of testing processes.
- Followed detailed instructions to execute experimental procedures effectively.
- Prepared test samples and obtained and recorded test data in accordance with standards.
- Completed lab tests and communicated results to supervising staff.
- Maintained laboratory equipment by performing calibration checks and troubleshooting any malfunctions.
- Maintained detailed records of test results for review by supervisors or other personnel as required.
- Ensured that all laboratory areas were kept clean and orderly at all times.
- Prepared solutions of reagents for use in experiments according to standard procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Penn State University
Dunmore, PA 09.2018 - 12.2020
Skills
- Case management
- Behavior intervention
- Risk assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Detailed reporting
- Computer software
Timeline
Juvenile Justice Specialist
PA Department of Corrections
01.2024 - 01.2025
Social Worker
Lackawanna Children and Youth
01.2022 - 01.2023
Laboratory Technician
Yoh
02.2021 - 01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Penn State University
09.2018 - 12.2020